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Fate in Tears and Laughter (1932)

Movie 69 min

Drama

In 1920s Beijing, a young student named Fan Jiashu falls in love with Shen Fengxi, a talented but poor street singer. Their romance is tested by class differences and the unwanted attention of a powerful warlord. Torn between three women from vastly different backgrounds, Fan becomes trapped in a tragic web of love, fate, and social pressure.

Shichuan Zhang Director

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Quick facts

Released
June 2, 1932
Runtime
69 min
Country
Language
Studio
Mingxing Film Company

Cast

Xiaoqiu Zheng Xiaoqiu Zheng 樊家树 Butterfly Wu Butterfly Wu 沈凤喜 Xianzhai Wang Xianzhai Wang Jianong Gong Jianong Gong Ying Xiao Ying Xiao Zhu Qiu-Hen Zhu Qiu-Hen 雅琴 Liu Jinyu

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Frequently asked questions

What is Fate in Tears and Laughter about?
In 1920s Beijing, a young student named Fan Jiashu falls in love with Shen Fengxi, a talented but poor street singer. Their romance is tested by class differences and the unwanted attention of a powerful warlord. Torn between three women from vastly different backgrounds, Fan becomes trapped in a tragic web of love, fate, and social pressure.
Who directed Fate in Tears and Laughter?
Fate in Tears and Laughter was directed by Shichuan Zhang.
Who stars in Fate in Tears and Laughter?
Fate in Tears and Laughter stars Xiaoqiu Zheng, Butterfly Wu, Xianzhai Wang, Jianong Gong.
When was Fate in Tears and Laughter released?
Fate in Tears and Laughter is a 1932 drama film.
Where can I watch Fate in Tears and Laughter?
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